Five Top Tables: Where to Eat in Dubai From Business to Budget Meals
The places range from a buzzy LVMH-owned cafe to a stylish new spot where the Emirates ruler has already stopped by.
Slow-cooked chicken at Al Khayma Heritage, a favorite with the Bloomberg audience.
Source: Al Khayma
Welcome to Five Top Tables, a new column from Bloomberg Pursuits to guide your dining decisions in London , New York , Paris and other finance capitals around the world.
Finding the right place to eat in Dubai is nothing short of daunting. In 2024 alone, the Emirate issued 1,200 new restaurant licenses. There are plenty of openings this year too, as the city expands, catering to a growing populace—especially wealthy expats—as well as tourists. Here then is a guide to five terrific dining spots to one of the world’s most popular destinations, including places favored by locals. Keen for an authentic experience? We’ve got you. No reservations? No worries.